Speeding and distracted driving remain leading concerns on Richmond roads

Richmond RCMP said officers issued more than 1,297 Motor Vehicle Act violation tickets and charges during proactive traffic enforcement in August, part of efforts to improve road safety and address community concerns.

Targeted enforcement focused on speeding, distracted driving, impaired driving, HOV-lane compliance and locations identified through public complaints. The monthly totals included 190 driver’s licence infractions, 194 distracted-driving violations, 34 drug- or alcohol-impaired-driving violations and two e-scooter violations.

Operations also addressed cell-phone use while driving, HOV-lane compliance and concerns about illegal passenger drop-offs near No. 3 Road and Westminster Highway. On Steveston Highway, focused speed enforcement identified 48 speed-related violations.

Among the significant cases, a driver travelling 47 km/h over the posted limit on Highway 91 near the Knight Street Bridge had their vehicle impounded for seven days. Another driver, recorded at 103 km/h in a posted 50 km/h zone on Westminster Highway, received an excessive-speed violation and a seven-day impound. Police also took action against a motorcyclist for stunting after observing the rider lift the front wheel while accelerating through a turn; the motorcycle was impounded for seven days.

Richmond RCMP also took part in a three-part e-scooter and e-bike safety outreach campaign in August, aimed at educating riders about regulations and safe operating practices. The next outreach event is scheduled for Sept. 9, 2026, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Railway Greenway and Granville Avenue.

Sgt. Stephen Large of the Richmond RCMP Road Safety Unit said targeted enforcement and public education would continue to address risky driving behaviours and community concerns. The detachment urged motorists, cyclists and e-scooter users to follow traffic laws, avoid distractions and travel at safe speeds.